S-C’s Perry Accepts Scholarships to SLU
Smith-Cotton High School senior Dalton Perry has accepted academic and athletic scholarships to compete in track and field at St. Louis University.
Perry, the son of Heather Kessing, is a four-year varsity letter winner at Smith-Cotton, serving as captain of the Tigers football team and for the track throws team. He holds the S-C record in the boys javelin, throwing 50.64 meters.
S-C Track and Field Head Coach Charlie McFail said, “Dalton has worked hard throughout his high school career. He set goals, developed a plan to achieve them, then set that plan in action. I expect to continue to see good things from Dalton during his collegiate career.”
Perry said the Billikens welcomed him on his visit, making his decision easier. “I had a few offers elsewhere and, truthfully, when you go up on your visit and take in the environment, it was just amazing,” he said. “Being able to see The Arch from the field, all around it was beautiful. It felt like a place I could fit right in. Everyone was so nice and welcoming.”
Perry also stressed the academic opportunities at SLU. “I’m very excited to get a good education and compete at a high level there,” he said.
In the photo: Smith-Cotton High School senior Dalton Perry has accepted academic and athletic scholarships to compete in track and field at St. Louis University. Seated with him are his brother and coach, Dillan Kessing, left, and his mother, Heather Kessing; back, from left, Smith-Cotton Principal Wade Norton, S-C Track and Field Head Coach Charlie McFail, girlfriend Ana Arteaga, and S-C Track and Field Assistant Coach Tricia Holiway.
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